23 OCTOBER 1959, Page 22

SIR,—Why should not the Labour Councillors refuse to go to

lunch with the man who had publicly insulted their convictions? As I am a County Councillor myself I would be glad of guidance. Could they have cut (a) tea or (1)) cocktails? Does one take these remarks from people who are (a) old, (b) silly or (c) distinguished? What should one's attitude be if they are directed to (a) the Roman Catholics, (b) the Jews or (c) the Royal Family? I am only a poor weak woman and it would be nice if your kind Mr. Taper or your clever Mr. Waugh would let me know.— Yours faithfully,